As I was traveling home after ending the Prayer Vigil of the American Mothers Association, many warm thoughts came to mind...thoughts about the future and how important it is that we think in the future tense and prepare ourselves for a 21st century. We do need to respect and honor the traditions and opinions of our forefathers and foremothers. It is in their accumulated wisdom and experience that much of the stability of a civilized society now rests, and we are thankful. 

Recently I heard a noted writer, lecturer, and commentator state her thoughts on preparing for the 21st century. As she spoke, I tried to have an optimistic view of the future, and understand that many events in history have turned chaos into order. She stated that the reasons we are going through change is technology, economics, demographics, and a lack of cultural frame. The knowledge workers in our society no longer want to be run around like a hierarchy. In times of great change, people alienate and become estranged. In her message of hope for the future, she stated that we do need more compassion, better communications, maintenance of contracts, and non violence. 

One of the basic skills we will need for the 21st century is a sense of humor. Are you all surprised I'm filling my humor box with humorous thoughts for that century? And I better get it on the computer too! 

In this age of violence, it was John Miller who reminded us that it is the quiet forces which rule our world. This is what he stated: “In all of life, it is the quiet forces which affect us most. Sun beams fall all day long, silently, unheard by human ears. Gravitation is a silent force with no rattle of machinery, no clanking chains and yet it holds all the stars and worlds together in their orbits and swings them through space with unvarying precision. The dew falls silently at night while men sleep, yet it touches every plant and leaf and flower with life and beauty. Thus, even in nature, strength lies in quietness and the mightiest energies move noiselessly.” Thank you, John, for reminding us of the quiet forces! 

More Warm Thoughts: A merry heart does good, like medicine.” “Do not rush after the planned work; trust that the time to finish will be given some time and keep a quiet heart about it.” Annie Keary. Look forward to the future with hope! 

Warm Thoughts from the Little Home on the Prairie Over a Cup of Tea by Luetta G. Werner

Published in the Marion Record October 12th, 1995

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